PARTNERSHIP NEWS

In spite of not being able to hold our Green Retreat as scheduled, March is turning out to be a busy month, with a number of items to share…We have heard from many of you that you might be better able to join us for a Lean and Green or Business Sustainability workshop in June or Sept.  Stay tuned – we hope to have some event on the books soon.  We typically hold a semi-annual EMS Training in June, and are exploring the possibility of adding some networking opportunity to this event as well.By now, a number of you have heard of the new EPA Administrator Jackson’s closing down the National Environmental Performance Track program …More>

Finally, it’s APR and Awards Nomination time!  Submittals reporting your activities for calendar year 2008 are due Apr. 30.  This year…More>

 

HEADLINES

 

Mar. 24 Business Growth and Sustainability Forum in Gwinnett

Join the Green Chamber (Champion Partner) and the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce to learn about opportunities to green your business operations, grow business and profit. More>

Greenprints is next week!  Mar. 25-26

This year the event features content on sustainable cities – how Atlanta measures up and smarter ways to green your city.  View the agenda and register now!

Job Hunting?  Check out the Green Career Fair on Mar. 26

Interested in a “green” career? Learn from Atlanta professionals who have already launched successful Eco-focused Careers in Environmental and Sustainability roles. CareerEco invites students and business professionals to get a Green Career, the second eco-panel forum of the season. More>

“Turn Out” for Earth Hour 2009 on Mar. 28

The City of Atlanta has agreed to “turn out” once again as an official Flagship City for Earth Hour 2009. On Sat., Mar. 28 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., individuals, businesses and local government officials throughout Atlanta are encouraged to take part in this historic evening by turning off non-essential lights for one hour in support for a call to action on climate change in the U.S. and around the world.   Read more at http://www.atlantaga.gov/media/nr_earthhour2009_021909.aspx

Join Ft. Benning in Bridging the GAPS Apr. 7-8

On Apr. 7-8, Ft. Benning is convening its inaugural "Bridging the GAPS" (Georgia Alabama Partnership for Sustainability) Conference, a regional sustainability conference that will provide government, business leaders and industry experts a unique opportunity to connect and share a vision of sustaining our natural resources while improving regional development.  More>

Is Your Community Green?  Get Certified!

The Atlanta Regional Commission’s new Green Communities Program helps metro Atlanta local governments reduce their environmental impact and become more sustainable, recognizing that achievement through voluntary certification. More>

 

Georgia’s Clean Energy Tax Credit – Apply Now!

Applications are still being accepted for Georgia’s clean energy tax credit. The credit is available for a variety of energy efficient and renewable energy technologies including solar hot water, efficient lighting, energy efficient buildings, and others. Limited funds are available, so apply now!  Federal credits are also available More>

 

Visit ScrapMatchGA
Visit ScrapMatchGA.org to post your recyclable, unwanted, used, surplus, or reusable commodities. The site can also be used to search and post for materials wanted. Listing is free and can help save energy, conserve resources, minimize disposal costs, and save landfill space. more>

 

 

PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

 

What Are Your Solar Opportunities?  Radiance Energies Can Show You

Radiance Energies, a Champion Partner, is a renewable energy company dedicated to providing clients with fully-customized Solar Energy Systems designed by a team of specialists and installed by solar experts in the field. More>